[Topspinmo]

I’d I had it my I wouldn’t have phone. All I get is bad news and scam calls. But, not feasible.

[biker1]

It is with Mint Mobile, an MVNO of T-Mobile. You can signup on their website - they do not have a brick and mortar presence. They have a number of different plans depending on your requirements. The best rates are prepaid for a year.

Originally Posted by 832cortez

Who is this service with? Do you have a ph #?.

[snbrafford]

Originally Posted by Hape2Bhr

We currently have Galaxy S10e phones using Verizon's network. The phones were purchased on their monthly plan over the last 24 months and are now paid for. Our usage bill with Verizon will now be $90/month.

We're contemplating new phones (5G) or keeping these and obviously getting a new plan. Do the 5G phones get acceptable signals in TV? And if so, which carrier is the best? We also spend some time time up north where the Verizon 5G is very localized. Also, we have Xfinity at both locations () and they have a very low cost monthly plan. We use very low data on our phones; normally less than 1GB. Cellular One seems to have decent plans and inexpensive 5G phones as well. Advice on plans and phones are appreciated.

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I've been with Cellular One for at least ten years and get the AARP Discount (not much but adds up). I have always gotten reception - even out in the country in VA in my basement where I used for work conference calls.
We have two Apple phones and pay $53 a month for an adequate plan. When you go over your plan, mostly on data, they automatically bump you up to the next plan so you don't pay high usage costs and they warn you when close the limit and that they have increased your plan but you have to remember to bump it back down. We usually don't go over unless we are traveling. You can change plans any time and there is no contract. You can buy all kinds of phones through at about the same price as a store but you get AARP discount and can pay over time without interest. If your phone accepts the right SIM card to convert to their system, they have that too.
The best part is their customer service. The few times I've called, they have been very responsive and I spoke to someone that speaks English very well.
As for 5G, I've not paid attention. Pretty sure not using but they have it. I think they use AT&T towers. We don't do all the streaming stuff on our phones like a lot of people but find it adequate for checking email and browsing the web. We use a lot for map apps when traveling and don't have a problem with reception.
They are putting in two stores in TV. Under construction but not sure of the completion date.

[Hape2Bhr]

Thanks for all the suggestions and tips; particularly regarding 5G and using less than 1 gig of data. Have not made a decision yet. Still debating on new phones, or keep current and just get a new service.

[sasman29]

We have had great reception with Xfinity Mobile for both data and voice in TV and other places., and the price is great

[champion6]

Originally Posted by TrapX

Put cell antennas in (or on) the water towers. Put cell antennas on the top of buildings.
Since they pay rent, why would the developer not want more income for doing nothing?

This has already been done: 1) water tower near to Turtle Mound exec course, 2) water tower near Eisenhower rec center.

[august2959]

Originally Posted by Hape2Bhr

We currently have Galaxy S10e phones using Verizon's network. The phones were purchased on their monthly plan over the last 24 months and are now paid for. Our usage bill with Verizon will now be $90/month.

We're contemplating new phones (5G) or keeping these and obviously getting a new plan. Do the 5G phones get acceptable signals in TV? And if so, which carrier is the best? We also spend some time time up north where the Verizon 5G is very localized. Also, we have Xfinity at both locations () and they have a very low cost monthly plan. We use very low data on our phones; normally less than 1GB. Cellular One seems to have decent plans and inexpensive 5G phones as well. Advice on plans and phones are appreciated.

Consumer Cellular is $50. for two phones with unlimited text, phone and they start you with 1gb of data but within a few months they add more. We are up to 5gb but never use 1gb. My husband has the Motorola phone from target but I have a galaxy S7. Wonderful customer service.

[Boilerman]

Originally Posted by biker1

It is with Mint Mobile, an MVNO of T-Mobile. You can signup on their website - they do not have a brick and mortar presence. They have a number of different plans depending on your requirements. The best rates are prepaid for a year.

We’ve used Mint Mobile for about 3 years now. The $15 a month includes 4G of high speed data. After that, your data speed is reduced, but it’s UNLIMITED data every month (and unlimited talk and text.)

Whenever I see one of these threads, I’m astounded by how much people are still paying for their service.

[pokeefe45@aol.com]

Can't imagine there's a better deal than TMOBILE's Magenta 55 plus. Have had it for years, never an extra charge for anything. 2 phones and lines for $70 with autopay. Period. End of sentence. Also just got upgraded from our Iphone 11's to Iphone 13's for peanuts.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by pokeefe45@aol.com

Can't imagine there's a better deal than TMOBILE's Magenta 55 plus. Have had it for years, never an extra charge for anything. 2 phones and lines for $70 with autopay. Period. End of sentence. Also just got upgraded from our Iphone 11's to Iphone 13's for peanuts.

I don't know how much data you use, but that would be more than double what I pay for Xfinity Mobile. My monthly bill for one line is $13.60. Never paid more than that.

[Hape2Bhr]

We have gone with Xfinity Mobile. Keeping our Galaxy S10e's with 3GB of data. Monthly bill will be slightly over $30 with taxes. However, it also knocks $10 off of our Triple Play package. And we get two prepaid cards for $100 each.

[Boilerman]

Originally Posted by pokeefe45@aol.com

Can't imagine there's a better deal than TMOBILE's Magenta 55 plus. Have had it for years, never an extra charge for anything. 2 phones and lines for $70 with autopay. Period. End of sentence. Also just got upgraded from our Iphone 11's to Iphone 13's for peanuts.

No imagination necessary - Mint Mobile uses the same T-Mobile towers for less than half the price you’re paying. 2 phones with unlimited data, talk and text for $30 a month. Period. End of sentence.

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by Hape2Bhr

We currently have Galaxy S10e phones using Verizon's network. The phones were purchased on their monthly plan over the last 24 months and are now paid for. Our usage bill with Verizon will now be $90/month.

We're contemplating new phones (5G) or keeping these and obviously getting a new plan. Do the 5G phones get acceptable signals in TV? And if so, which carrier is the best? We also spend some time time up north where the Verizon 5G is very localized. Also, we have Xfinity at both locations () and they have a very low cost monthly plan. We use very low data on our phones; normally less than 1GB. Cellular One seems to have decent plans and inexpensive 5G phones as well. Advice on plans and phones are appreciated.

Started reading some of the replies and I, personally, would be totally confused. We have AT& T and live in the Spanish Springs area and have never had a coneection problem. Upgraded to a 5g phone. Per rep, it does not enhance phone service. Camera upgraded with new enhancements, none of which is needed or we use.

TOO MANY CHOICES IN OUR WORLD.

[biker1]

Yes, thanks, forgot that the data is actually unlimited. They are pretty much fool proof - it just works and once a year I pay them via credit card.

Originally Posted by Boilerman

We’ve used Mint Mobile for about 3 years now. The $15 a month includes 4G of high speed data. After that, your data speed is reduced, but it’s UNLIMITED data every month (and unlimited talk and text.)

Whenever I see one of these threads, I’m astounded by how much people are still paying for their service.

[rmd2]

Originally Posted by Petersweeney

Mint Mobile 15$ per month includes 4 gig which I use (but have never gone over) when outside of WiFi…..2 phones 30per month - Verizon was 140 per month- rip-off.

Yes Mint Mobile is listed as a low cost carrier. Another is Tracfone which charges $18 per mo. for a year of service. Neither of these have a brick and mortar store to go to for tech help but I have phone help with my Apple iphone and Geek Squad help as well.